Think anything longer than 140 characters is a homework assignment? Sometimes I do. In fact, there’s a good chance your eyes are glazing over right now.

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But I have to admit, I do like lists. Think: Ellen, Oprah, Cosmo. The specific promise of the headline. The simple outline format that’s easy to skim and bullet points ~ a perfect balance of piña and colada.

Social media is about generating conversations and a list fascinates everyone I know.

I like to see what’s on it and whether it affirms what I think or is completely wrong. Like The 7 Accessories That Will Change Your Life (the must-have statement necklace, remember Cleopatra?) or The 12 Secrets of Better Lawn Care (lots of sprinklers).

Did you ever see David Letterman’s very first list?

Dave inspires me. But why stop at 10?

65 LESSONS LEARNED IN 65 YEARS OF LIVING

3. Money doesn’t buy happiness ~ but it does allow for a secure life and resources to share with others.

4. Truly, the best things in life are free. Take a hike, play with kids.

5. Show some love. Go out of your way to thank people, pick someone up on their way down.